Yokohama Weather in March

March weather in Yokohama

March feels cool rather than wintry, with afternoons around 14°C and lows near 3°C. Rain falls on about 10 days, so a damp spell can interrupt a long waterfront stroll. February is colder and drier; April is warmer but wetter.

You can still enjoy the Minato Mirai waterfront, the Cup Noodles Museum and Chinatown's restaurants. On rainy days, the covered passages around Yokohama Station are handy. Save a long visit to Yamashita Park for a clearer day, and don't count on cherry blossoms yet; their timing varies.

Events and crowds

March brings the St Patrick's Day Parade in Motomachi, with music and green-clad marchers. The exact programme can change, so check the parade's schedule before heading over. The Strawberry Festival at the Red Brick Warehouse sometimes continues into March, but its dates vary by year.

If you hate crowds, visit Minato Mirai on a weekday. Weekend foot traffic tends to rise as spring arrives, especially around popular waterfront sights. March is generally less busy than cherry-blossom season and Golden Week, so hotel prices are often gentler than during those peaks.

Make the most of a cool day

With about 5 hours of sun a day and 11.7 hours of daylight, you'll have room for sightseeing, but clouds and showers can make evenings feel chilly. Yokohama's weather is fair, not reliably sunny; keep indoor stops in your plan.

Travelling with kids? The Cup Noodles Museum is an easy indoor choice near the Red Brick Warehouse. For a local tip, take the Minatomirai Line to Motomachi-Chukagai, then walk through Motomachi to the waterfront. It's a pleasant way to reach Yamashita Park without doubling back through the busier station area.